DCS World · Fighter
F4U-1D Corsair Quick Reference
V-SPEEDS
| Speed | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Liftoff | ~70 KTS IAS | Minimum flying speed; weight dependent |
| Climb | 125 KTS IAS | Best rate of climb |
| Approach | 90-95 KTS IAS | Field and carrier approach |
| Threshold | ~85 KTS | Over runway; stall 75 kts flaps full |
| Gear Limit | 200 KTS | Max gear extension - tail wheel doors |
| Vmax (structural) | 395 KTS IAS | Never exceed, clean |
POWER SETTINGS
| Phase | Setting |
|---|---|
| Takeoff | 54 IN HG / 2,700 RPM |
| Climb (Military) | 52.5 IN HG / 2,700 RPM |
| Cruise | 34 IN HG / 2,300 RPM (AUTO LEAN) |
| War Emergency (5 min) | FULL THROTTLE / 2,700 RPM (~60 IN HG, water injection) |
FLAP SCHEDULE
| Setting | Max Speed | Use |
|---|---|---|
| UP | Any | Cruise / Combat |
| 20 deg | < 200 KTS | Takeoff (recommended) |
| 30 deg | < 200 KTS | Field landing (familiarization) |
| FULL (50 deg) | < 200 KTS | Carrier landing |
ENGINE LIMITS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Max MP (Takeoff) | 54 IN HG |
| Max MP (War Emergency) | ~60 IN HG (5 min, water injection) |
| Max RPM | 2,700 (3,060 dive, 30 sec) |
| Oil Pressure | 85-90 PSI (run-up) |
| Oil Temp | 40 C min takeoff / 60-80 C regulated |
| CHT Max | 260 C (500 F) |
| Carb Air Temp | 43 C warning light |
| Fuel Pressure | 16-18 PSI |
KEY NUMBERS
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Fuel | 237 US gal (fuselage main tank) |
| Max G | +7.5 / -3.4 |
| Guns | 6x .50 cal M2 Browning (400 rpg) |
| Max Crosswind | 12 kts |
| Best Range | 150 KTS @ 1,300 RPM neutral blower (~42 gal/hr) |